ASE A-3 Manual Drive Train and Axles Certification Practice Answers

11.

Answer A is wrong. Worn bearings make a noise that increases with engine speed.

Answer B is wrong. Chipped gear teeth make a noise that increases with engine speed.

Answer C is correct. A stuck detent pawl would leave the transmission locked in first gear.

Answer D is wrong. A worn shifter bushing will result in a loose shifter.

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12.

Answer A is wrong. Limited slip differentials require special fluid.

Answer B is wrong. Both standard and limited slip differentials must have proper preload.

Answer C is correct. Both technicians are correct.

Answer D is wrong. Both technicians are correct.

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13.

Answer A is wrong. It takes a vacuum of at least 15Hg to operate a vacuum transfer case.

Answer B is correct. The mode fork switches the transfer case mode between 2WD and 4WD.

Answer C is wrong. Technician B is correct.

Answer D is wrong. Technician B is correct.

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14.

Answer A is wrong. The clutch start switch is normally open when the clutch pedal is released.

Answer B is correct. Like a brake switch it completes the circuit when the pedal is depressed.

Answer C is wrong. Technician B is correct.

Answer D is wrong. Technician B is correct.

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15.

Answer A is wrong. The primary seal leaks internally, secondary externally.

Answer B is wrong. Brake fluid is typically used and is also hygroscopic.

Answer C is correct. Both technicians are correct.

Answer D is wrong. Both technicians are correct.

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